Their only argument is that they have seen their ancestors...

Their only argument is that they have seen their ancestors stay on this course and now they are simply following on their footsteps.” [^5] At this juncture we submit to our esteemed readers that the critics of taqleed are split into two groups. One group is composed of heavy weight old timers who are well known scholars and their writings are laced with classical arguments.

The second group consists of emotional reformists of the current age who are sick and tired of soul wrenching environment and those who are maintaining the status quo. God knows how long these poor souls have been living in this misery. When they do not see light at the end of the tunnel, they explode. They become so sensitive that they get into arguments with everyone around them. But you see, sensible people always try to solve problems; they try to put out fires and not put fuel on the fire.

When a storm comes, they try to save the boat. If someone wants to reform a system, he needs to have patience. Anyway, we…